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McElligott’s of Tralee open new state-of-the-art Kia showroom

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McElligott’s opened their new state-of-the-art showroom on the Listowel Road in Tralee

. This showroom upgrade is part of Kia’s new Global Store Concept and McElligott’s is one of the first dealers in the country to complete construction just in time for the busy 251 sales period which commences in January.
Both Kia and McElligott’s are experiencing a huge period of growth as the brand goes from strength to strength and have now solidified themselves as a top-selling car brand in both Kerry and indeed nationwide.
McElligott’s have been trading in Kerry since 1870 but their goal has remained unchanged by providing a customer-first, customer-focused experience which has established them as a trusted household name in Kerry and beyond. In recent times, this success has been recognised as McElligott’s was awarded the 2023 European Kia Dealer of the Year and also the 2024 Irish Kia Aftersales Dealer of the Year.
The design of the new showroom also referred to as the Kia store, splits the space into two different dimensions comprising of a vehicle display zone and a separate customer zone, each with a different spatial theme and colour scheme. The customer zone is a warm space with a minimalistic design, nothing like a traditional dealership. It consists of wooden tones and an earthy cosiness more in line with a living room rather than a showroom. Gentle lighting and woven furniture fabrics add additional warmth.
Declan O’Hara, Dealer Principal of McElligott’s commented ‘We are delighted and proud to be representing Kia in Kerry. Our new Kia showroom is a state-of-the-art facility for our customers and staff alike and showcases the fantastic range of Kia vehicles in equally beautiful surroundings. We are all energised by this new facility and would welcome all people in the area to come and have a look for themselves over the coming weeks.”

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X-Factor singer Ben Quinlan to launch new album in Newmarket

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Killarney singer and pianist Ben Quinlan is set to launch his latest Irish album with a special concert in Newmarket, County Cork, this August.

The former X Factor contestant and winner of Ireland’s Alternative Eurovision has titled the event “A Night to Remember.”

The concert will take place on Saturday, August 22, at An Cultúrlann, in his grandparents’ hometown.

Quinlan recently returned from a major international tour across the Netherlands with the Celtic Steps show.

His upcoming performance will feature a mix of traditional and modern Irish music, covering artists from Thomas Moore and the Wolfe Tones to Kingfishr.

The setlist will also include crooner classics from the likes of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Michael Bublé.

“I’m launching my new album in my grandparents’ hometown and I’m hoping it will be a successful night,” said Quinlan, who performs professionally on the grand piano.
Doors at An Cultúrlann open at 7pm with the show starting at 8pm. Tickets are priced at €20 and the night will serve as the official launch for his new CD.

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Contactless payments launched on Local Link services

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Passengers using TFI Local Link Kerry services in Killarney and across the county can now pay for their journeys using contactless card payments.

The National Transport Authority (NTA) confirmed the rollout this week, allowing commuters to simply tap their debit card, credit card, or mobile devices, such as Apple Pay and Google Pa, when boarding.

The move is designed to offer more convenience for those using high-frequency rural and regional routes.

In Killarney, the new payment option will be available on the TFI Anseo town services, which have seen a significant increase in passenger numbers since their introduction.

The contactless system is currently available for single journey fares, while those using daily or weekly passes can continue to use the Leap website or the TFI Leap Top Up App.
Alan O’Connell, General Manager of TFI Local Link Kerry, welcomed the modernisation of the fleet.

“The introduction of contactless payments is another welcome step forward for public transport in Kerry,” he said. “It complements other major projects in the county, including the expansion of TFI Local Link services and the delivery of TFI Anseo in Killarney, which is proving to be another great initiative.”

While the new technology offers a modern alternative, traditional payment methods are not being phased out. Cash payments, TFI Leap cards, and Free Travel Cards all remains fully valid across the network.

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